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Ironging. Tip if your iron plate is stained or sticky

If the base of your iron is stained or sticky, unplug and rub with a cloth dipped in vinegar or methylated spirit.

Visitors comments

Great tip Comments By: ANon on 2007-10-28

I tried everything else then I found this works great!

Vinegar and baking soda worked better for me Comments By: Anon on 2008-10-24

I think it depends on what your iron base is made out of. I tried the vinegar which helped a little with a lot of rubbing but vinegar and baking soda worked better for my particular iron.